’Tis the season for clinking glasses, festive grazing, and indulging in all the flavours that make holiday gatherings feel extra magical!
Whether you’re hosting a cozy get-together or a lively end-of-year bash, the right food and drinks can set the tone for an unforgettable celebration.
From crowd-pleasing snacks to stylish cocktails and mocktails, here are our top holiday sips and bites that will wow your guests and keep the party spirits shining bright.
Drinks
poppi Cranberry Fizz
Sip, sip, celebrate! Would it even be the holidays without the return of this fan-fave festive flavour from poppi? This non-alcoholic soda is refreshing, bubbly, and utterly cran-tastic – the best gift you could possibly share with your loved ones this winter.
Serving Tip: Combine one can of poppi Cranberry Fizz with a splash of 100% cranberry juice, freshly-squeezed orange juice, and heavy cream. Pour over ice and garnish with frozen cranberries, an orange slice, and a candy cane for the creamiest festive mocktail.
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Willibald Gingerbread Gin
A dazzling limited-release gin housed in an equally stunning bottle. This local Ontario craft spirit from Willibald Farm Distillery is infused with traditional gin botanicals and a generous helping of cinnamon, clove and ginger. Lightly sweetened and balanced, this festive libation is easy to enjoy on ice or in a creative cocktail.
Serving tip: For a warm and cozy cocktail, add 1.5 oz of Willibald Gingerbread Gin to a mug of warm apple cider. Garnish with a fresh orange slice.
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Inniskillin Vidal Icewine
The 1989 vintage of this Icewine won the Grand Prix d’Honneur at Vinexpo and put Canada on the global wine map. It features delicious floral, mango, chantarelle, herb, and golden raisin flavours.
Serving tip: This wine is the perfect accompaniment to a raspberry mousse or a cheese plate.
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Appetizers & Mains
Mandy’s Salad Dressings & Marinades
Mandy’s salad dressings bring global-inspired flavour right to your kitchen, turning even a simple greens-and-veggies salad into something memorable. The lineup includes options like their beloved Tamari, Sesame & Citrus, Balsamic, Honey-Mustard, and more.
Mandy’s also offers a line of bold, ready-to-use marinades and sauces that will make your holiday dinners a breeze. Their flavour-packed options like Island and Teriyaki are crafted to bring a delicious twist to grilled meats, veggies, or even plant-based proteins. Because they’re designed to work as both marinades and dipping sauces, they’re great for adding depth and convenience to any main dish or appetizer, which is especially handy when you want crowd-friendly flavours without hours in the kitchen!
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Farm Boy™ Sliced Italian Trio
A charcuterie board is one of the most impressive snacks during any gathering, and a surprisingly easy one to put together thanks to this trio of Sliced Italian Meats from Farm Boy. The mildly spicy salami is the perfect complement to the salty, aged prosciutto that rounds out this delightful duo.
To contrast the flavoured meats, Farm Boy also stocks a delicious Sharp Small Batch Cheddar Cheese with a nutty and sharp finish. Serve these on a festive charcuterie board with your favourite olives, marinated vegetables, and crackers for the ultimate snack!
President’s Choice Holiday Feast Turkey (And Fixins) Pie
President’s Choice had a pie-in-the-sky idea to bring the nostalgic taste of turkey dinner in a bake-and-serve pie. This savoury dish has everything you never dreamed of together in flaky puff pastry: dark and white turkey meat, dried cranberries, savoury herbs, and crunchy veggies. It’s even got our unique gravy. No more babysitting your bird. This pie goes from oven to table, with no carving required.
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Sweets
Mandy’s Candy
Playful, nostalgic, and designed to bring joy to any stocking or gift box, Mandy’s Candy offers four flavour-packed varieties made for grown-up tastes and childlike delight:
- Scandy Fish: Dive into a sea of flavour with raspberry, pear, and citrus fish-shaped gummies, a delicious nod to Scandinavian candy culture.
- Sour Watermelon: Dive into tangy refreshment with Sour Watermelon Bites! These sour gummy candies deliver the perfect balance of sweet watermelon flavour and lip-smacking tartness.
- Happy Flowers: Find happiness in every bite with Happy Flowers! It’s a delightful treat that’s bound to brighten your day. Flower-powered joy in fun fruit flavours!
- Sour Pacifiers: Playful shapes, grown-up sour. These Swedish sour pacifiers deliver a crisp, tart tang and a smooth fruit finish in Apple, Orange, Black Currant, Strawberry, Pear, and Lemon. Small in size, big on flavour.
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Farm Boy™ Gingerbread Cake Loaf
The iconic Farm Boy™ Gingerbread Cake Loaf is back! This scrumptious holiday loaf is made in the Farm Boy kitchens using their very own recipe. It features real ingredients like molasses and butter for a festive flavour you’re sure to love.
Moist, spiced, and perfectly sweet – it’s everything you love about the holidays, minus the prep work!
Looking for the perfect gifts for your loved ones this holiday season? Check out our curated holiday gift guide here!
